Director of Banquets - Hilton Baltimore

Hilton in; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking a Director of Banquets in Baltimore. This role involves managing banquet functions, overseeing team performance, and ensuring exceptional guest service. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years in banquet management and a strong collaborative spirit.

Benefits

Medical Insurance Coverage

Mental health resources

Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)

Discounted travel program

Parental leave

401K plan with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Debt-free education access

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of banquet management experience required.
• Collaborative spirit and strong leadership skills.
• Experience with union leadership is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily banquet functions including planning and executing events.
• Oversee team member performance and manage recruitment and training.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Customer Focus

Job description

Director of Banquets - Hilton Baltimore (Food Services)

Located in the heart of Baltimore across from Camden Yards Baseball Stadium, Home of the Orioles, and a short walk to the Inner Harbor, Hilton Baltimore is searching for a dynamic Director of Banquets to lead their team. Boasting 757 guest rooms and 63,000 square feet of event space, this beautiful property offers the opportunity for leadership and growth.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of banquet management experience, collaborative spirit, and union leadership experience.

A Director of Banquets is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.

What will I be doing?

As a Director of Banquets, you would be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically, you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Manage daily Banquet functions to include, but not limited to, planning, organizing and executing breakfasts, coffee breaks, luncheons, dinners, cocktail receptions, galas, etc.
• Oversee the set-up of function rooms to include, but not limited to, the placement of linens, silver, glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision, scheduling, conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit, interview and train team members
• Communicate function specifications, procedures and changes with affected departments including, but not limited to, the Food and Beverage, Event Services, Property Operations, Audio Visual and Housekeeping
• Oversee the breakdown of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Customer Focus

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands . Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 110 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education : Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*